With hailstones pelting the windows this morning and temperatures around the levels we expect in early March, it might seem ridiculous to even contemplate camping at Carrickfinn this weekend. But if we all pretend not to notice the reasonably positive weather forecast and assume that conditions will be diabolical, maybe we’ll enjoy a little bitContinue reading “Camping anybody?”
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*Updated with photos* Chestnut filly foal brings light back into Orla’s life
After last weekend’s blow, yesterday gave Orla one of the great thrills of a horse owner’s life. Her old friend Molly gave birth to a healthy chestnut filly foal who opens a new chapter in her owner’s life with horses. This young lady is by Lancelot, a fine jumping stallion standing with the Kennedys inContinue reading “*Updated with photos* Chestnut filly foal brings light back into Orla’s life”
Success at all age levels for Donegal riders in Sligo
Even with Charlie Vial, Cormac and Patricia Warren contributing to the good news from Benbulben’s show, it was Lawrence Smyth as usual who made the headline in the local papers! Well done everybody. Donegal Democrat report
Derby & Dressage Show is postponed as rain claims first scalp of 2013
Although May has been the driest month of the year for the past little while, this 2013 edition is frustratingly bucking the trend. After last night’s torrential rain and the further rain forecast for the next couple of days, our show coordinators have made a wise decision to postpone the event. Everybody will just haveContinue reading “Derby & Dressage Show is postponed as rain claims first scalp of 2013”
Beach Show 2013 Schedule – the countdown begins
On a day when the prospects for our own Derby & Dressage Show this Sunday look decidedly gloomy, it’s nice to have the schedule of the Gaeltacht’s Beach Show on Sunday 2 June to brighten things up. It’s a familiar looking line up of classes so we’re guaranteed an absolutely brilliant day of competition andContinue reading “Beach Show 2013 Schedule – the countdown begins”
Some warmth, some rain, and a little bit of sunshine just in time for Sunday…
Many weather addicts have given up looking at medium- and long-range forecasts over the past months – why depress yourself in advance unnecessarily! As we approach our big weekend, it makes sense to have a look at what the experts are saying. Since we’re jumping on grass, conditions in the run up to the eventContinue reading “Some warmth, some rain, and a little bit of sunshine just in time for Sunday…”
A note of sympathy to Orla
Orla, our thoughts are with you. Some of our members know what you’re going through but most of us have lived on the lucky side of horse ownership. Losing Ted so unexpectedly must be unbearable. Not only have you lost your mount — you’ve also lost a new friend along with all the hopes andContinue reading “A note of sympathy to Orla”
A quick glance back in appreciation of a great club effort
Events are piling up so quick and fast these days that we run the risk of not fully appreciating our achievements. Before we fix our eyes firmly on next weekend’s Derby & Dressage Show, let’s look briefly back to last Sunday’s Northwest Challenge at Eglinton. Yes, we won the Dressage Challenge and, yes, we didContinue reading “A quick glance back in appreciation of a great club effort”
Cormac flies the club flag at Tubberbride
It’s a long haul from Lenamore to Tubberbride but Cormac and Charlotte made the journey together with some Lenamore-based members of the Inishowen club to compete at Benbulben Riding Club’s Spring Show. Although he wasn’t in the ribbons on the day, he successfully qualified for the Masters Final and looks forward to his date withContinue reading “Cormac flies the club flag at Tubberbride”
Happy Birthday Zack!
One of the grand old men of the club turns 21 this week. Congratulations, Zack, and many happy returns.
Letterkenny Riding Club 